The war of words between forwards Kenyon Martin of the Nets and Tim Thomas of the Knicks continued yesterday with Thomas firing shots back at Martin.

Thomas responded to Martin's comment "Lock us in a room together and see who comes out" with a "Put us in a room. I'd love that".  Love that they may, but it will not happen.  Thomas is still doubtful for Game 4 although he hasn't ruled out himself.

Thomas, who started the war by claiming that Martin was a fake tough guy, said neither Martin nor any of the Nets dared to look at him when he sat on the bench during Game 3 Thursday.